Review: The Chequers at Burcot

A welcoming gastropub serving delicious Sunday roasts for all the family

Finding a family-friendly pub that serves up great food while catering to little children can be tricky, but The Chequers at Burcot ticks all the right boxes. This charming Oxfordshire gastropub is well-known for its award-winning food and welcoming atmosphere. So, one Sunday we decided to take the whole family to see if it’s as family friendly as it seems online.

The Chequers at Burcot

First Impressions

We parked in the onsite free parking and walked into the 400-year-old pub in the heart of Burcot. Inside, we were greeted by a warm, rustic interior with plenty tables full of happy, smiling customers.  The staff were friendly and accommodating, helping us get settled right away and providing a highchair for the littlest one. Despite its sophisticated gastropub feel, it didn’t feel too formal for kids, which is always a plus when dining out with young children.

The Sunday Lunch Menu

The Sunday roast selection was impressive, featuring locally sourced meats and seasonal vegetables. We weren’t sure the kids would eat a whole roast dinner from the kid’s menu (sometimes they can be quite picky) so we ordered something we’ve never seen on a Sunday lunch menu before – the Roast Sharing Platter. This was designed to feed 2 people and is quite expensive at £30 per person, however it fed us as a family of 4. It was beautifully presented on this sharing board. There was chicken breast from the Cotswold's, a few pork bites from Royal Windsor and 12-hour roasted Hereford beef. All of them were cooked to perfection. We ordered a few sides including the vegetable platter and some tenderstem broccoli. The kids loved the huge Yorkshire puddings, and the gravy was rich and flavourful. And the roast potatoes were just wonderful.

Family-Friendly Features

Beyond the food, what makes a restaurant truly family-friendly is the little details. The Chequers at Burcot does a great job of making families feel welcome, offering highchairs, baby-changing facilities, and a bustling atmosphere where kids can be a little bit noisy and it’s absolutely fine. Towards the end of the meal, the staff could see our kids were getting a bit fed up with sitting down and brought the bill over quickly. Little things like this make a huge difference to families so this was greatly appreciated. As we left, the lady managing the front of house told us to visit Horace of Burcot (the cow mascot outside the front of the pub) on our way to the car. For the kids, it just topped off a great lunch time.

Horace of Burcot

The Oxfordshire Family Foodie Checklist

Highchairs available	✅ Yes - was no problem for them at all
Baby changing facilities on site	✅ Yes
Kids menu	✅ Yes - General kids menu and Sunday lunch kids menu
Space for prams / pushchairs	✅ Yes
Welcoming and warm atmosphere	✅ Yes - very relaxed and had a nice buzz where kids could be a little noisy and it did not matter
Entertainment for kids	❌ No - but we took toys for the kids and the staff were wonderful about it
Parking on site	✅ Yes - plenty available on site

Overall Thoughts

If you’re looking for a Sunday lunch spot that delivers on both amazing food and family-friendly service, The Chequers at Burcot is a fantastic choice. The welcoming atmosphere, brilliant menu options, and small but meaningful touches make it a great place for families to enjoy a stress-free dining experience.

📍 Location: The Chequers at Burcot, Oxfordshire

⭐Family-Friendly Rating: 9/10

Would we return? Absolutely!